Design Engineer

Verto People, Ltd.; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering manufacturer is seeking a Design Engineer to join their team in the Midlands. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in design or applications engineering, expertise in 3D CAD, and a background in mechanical systems. This role involves supporting product specifications and regulatory compliance, alongside liaising with customers. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, along with bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus (approx. 8% of salary)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a design or applications engineering role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems; exposure to electronics/telematics advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review 3D CAD models of components and assemblies.
• Support customers with braking, trailer and suspension system specifications.
• Liaise with trade bodies and government on compliance/regulation.

Skills

3D CAD Proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Customer-facing skills

Education

Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical, Automotive or related Engineering discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Design Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer / CAD Engineer required to join a specialist engineering manufacturer in the Midlands.

Design Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer / CAD Engineer will be an experienced engineering professional with a background in automotive, mechanical, or electro-mechanical systems. You’ll bring proven expertise in 3D CAD, applications/specification engineering, and supporting technical projects with both internal teams and external customers.

Working as part of a small, close-knit engineering department, you’ll play a key role in supporting product specification, technical problem-solving, and industry projects. The role involves liaising with customers on braking and suspension systems, contributing to telematics and monitoring developments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and trade body requirements.

Package:

• Up to £50,000 (Depending on experience)
• Annual bonus (equivalent to approx. 8% of salary)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Roles:

• Produce and review 3D CAD models of components and assemblies
• Support customers with braking, trailer and suspension system specifications
• Perform engineering calculations for trailer designs
• Contribute to telematics and monitoring projects (testing & validation)
• Liaise with trade bodies and government on compliance/regulation
• Work closely with quality, technical services, and wider engineering teams

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a design or applications engineering role (automotive, mechanical, or electro-mechanical sector preferred)
• Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or similar)
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems; exposure to electronics/telematics advantageous
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer-facing skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Must be commutable to the Midlands